Derek's POV
After taking the last step, I had made up my mind.
Even when I hated her back then, I never gave up, so now I wasn't about to back down either.
I turned the doorknob carefully and walked slowly into the room.
By the light from outside the door, I saw Tabitha sleeping soundly on the bed.
Her fair cheeks were blushing, and her body was wriggling restlessly.
She mumbled, "No. Don't..."
I felt so guilty. She had gone through so much lately, and she felt insecure even in her sleep.
I reached out and gently shook her arm, softly saying, "Tabitha, wake up."
She stirred, looking all dazed.
Then she pressed her lips against mine, and the sudden warmth startled me.
I felt like my dream had come true, and I froze, not daring to move at all.
The darkness made it difficult for m
